Sea Shanties

The Lyrics and History of Sailor Songs

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Karen Dolby

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Sea shanties are enjoying a huge resurgence in recent months, and given their history and purpose, it is hardly surprising. Composed and performed by sailors on sailing ships to ensure the rhythmic operation of the hauling and heaving that was a mainstay of a lot of their work aboard these huge merchant vessels, they were also about camaraderie, positivity and motivation. Life as sea was harsh and relentless, and these songs injected some much-needed humour into maritime life. The words and fascinating history of some of the best-loved shanties, dating back as early as the seventeenth century, are brought to life in this wonderful collection.

Author Biography:

Karen Dolby is a freelance editor and writer. Among her books are Auld Lang Syne, The Wicked Wit of Queen Elizabeth II and The Wicked Wit of Princess Margaret, all published by Michael O'Mara Books. She lives and writes in south London.

Release date NZ

September 16th, 2021

Author

Karen Dolby

Pages

192

Audience

General (US: Trade)

Illustrations

Integrated pictures

Dimensions

129x198x18

ISBN-13

9781789293760

Product ID

34568520

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